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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1900
Page
4
Much of the summer sewing is done in late winter by looken head folks. We begin to show wash and white goods in brightness freshness and purity early to aid patrons who plan ahead to choose with satisfaction. Profit pruning features and liberal early-buyer terms are emphasized as beneficial for both seller and buyer.
Weavers display bold color fast fabrics and new summertime gowns at modest prices. Names like Wexford Dimites and Zephyr Gingham Novelty highlight crisp lawns, dimities, linens, and lace patterned lawns with claims of quality and long-lasting color.
Reported brass theft rings roam the city stealing from industrial pumps and fire plugs, with losses to the ice company and other tenants. Police monitor suspects after a church stove theft led to a ten month chain gang sentence for another thief.
Dr John W Jones a former Americus resident died recently in Florida. A telegram with the news was received by Mr T Q Bass. He originated numerous medicines and remedies and was known across the South. His death is mourned by many. Also includes brief local ads for Baskien's Arnica Salve, Miss Pickett's, Sherlock & Co fish, and a Lee Street home for sale.
A partial OCR item mentions an engineer and a pie shop, with unclear context. The readable bits suggest a casual note or caption likely tied to a local business or event, but specifics such as names, places, dates, or outcomes are not discernible from the fragment.
A grand scenic production of a classic drama by Hubert Labadie Co presents Mephisto by Hubert Labadie and Marguerite by Mary Labadie in a dramatic poem adaptation. The reviewer notes a well staged show with magnificent electrical effects and a large audience.
J H Daniel announces his bid for Sumter County treasurer in the upcoming primary. The well known and respected citizen appeals for broad support, promising capable, dependable service if elected. Also included is an advertisement for Ely's Cream Balm claiming relief from catarrh and cold symptoms with a 50 cent price.
Victor Smith, a young white man, was taken back to Valdosta by Sheriff Passmore at the chief of police’s request, for a breach of law alleged about a year ago. August Flower remains advertised as a trusted remedy for indigestion and related ailments, with sample bottles at Davenport Drug Company and storefront details for Store No. 115 Cotton Avenue, now held by John L. Harper, possession set for April 1st by O. Boney.
The handsome modern Central railroad passenger depot in Americus is now ready for occupancy. Built of grey brick with granite trim and a steel roof, the structure features a handsome interior and modern conveniences, and its completion marks a milestone for Americus as it grows with the town. The Macon Sash Door and Gumber Co. built it, with President Hendrix supervising for Macon and J C Heywood of Saganpath overseeing Central interests. Final inspection by Aaron Johnson confirmed completion. water gas and electric connections are in place and agents will be installed shortly.
A vintage ad claims women of lowly form lose friends, while a healthy, attractive woman commands esteem. It links weak health to constipation, kidney trouble, and skin eruptions, then touts Electric Bitters as a world heat medicine to regulate stomach and kidneys, purify blood, and improve nerves, eyes, skin, and complexion. Sold for 50 cents at E. J. Eldridge's Drug Store.
Report notes unauthorized fights held on Sunday at Fort McPherson reservation with about 200 attendees including lawyers bankers merchants and city councilmen. The piece highlights immunity from local authorities and mentions one Minute Cough Care as a remedy promotion by Mrs. Calyln Zimmerman.
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